Thomas, John Hester

John Hester Thomas, 67 of Narrows, Virginia departed this life July 9, 2023 in the care of Carilion Giles Community Hospital. Born in Alabama on July 7, 1956 he was a son of the late Kissie Thomas and Pearlie Crowder Thomas.

John could be seen working 7 days per week, often doing dry wall. He loved his family, but had a special place in his heart for his grandchildren and the time they could spend together. For renewal he would go fishing or would enjoy watching a wrestling match.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and 11 siblings.

Left to cherish his memory to their hearts are his wife, Judy Baker Thomas; son, David Hahn of Newport, VA; grandchildren, Amber Sandoval, Daniel Defibaugh, and Andrew Hahn; great-grandchildren, Marleigh Sandoval, and Tyler Sandoval Jr. brother, Albert Thomas of Florida; sister, Mary Ann Jolly of Florida; sister-in-law, Vivian Blackburn; and sisters-in-law, Gigi Robertson (Tony), and Jan Bailey (Jimmy).

There will be no service at this time. A guestbook is available to send condolences by visiting www.kendallfuneralhome.com. The staff of Kendall Funeral Home are honored to serve the Thomas family.